Planning a family trip to Naples? You’re in the right place! Here’s a comprehensive guide to kid-friendly attractions – from interactive museums and castles to doll hospitals, boat rides, and amusement parks.

1. 🧪 Città della Scienza – The Interactive Science City

Città della Scienza is a modern science center by the bay in the Bagnoli district. Kids will find interactive exhibits on the human body, space, technology, senses, and the environment. Everything is hands-on – you can touch, test, and explore. There’s also a planetarium and a play area for little ones.

It’s perfect for a longer visit – both educational and fun. Adults will enjoy it too, with a café and bookstore on site.

🕒 Duration: 2–4 hours
👧 Age: from 3 years

2. 🚂 Museo Ferroviario di Pietrarsa – Railway Adventure

This large railway museum by the bay is a dream come true for kids who love trains. It features dozens of locomotives and wagons – from the first steam engines to elegant royal carriages. Children can go inside, try simulators, and run around the open grounds overlooking the sea.

It’s a great weekend destination – spacious, calm, and educational, and only a short ride from Naples city center.

🕒 Duration: 1.5–2 hours
👧 Age: 3 to 12 years

3. 🕳️ Napoli Sotterranea – Underground City

This fascinating underground journey takes you beneath the streets of Naples’ historic center, through a network of tunnels, cisterns, and aqueducts dating back 2,000 years. Tours are guided and lead through narrow corridors, telling incredible stories from Roman times, the Middle Ages, and World War II.

For older kids, it’s a real adventure – mysterious, a little eerie, but very educational. Note: not recommended for children with claustrophobia.

🕒 Duration: approx. 1.5 hours
👧 Age: from 7 years

4. 🌋 Castel Sant’Elmo & Funicular Ride – Views and Adventure

Castel Sant’Elmo is a mighty fortress on Vomero hill offering one of the most stunning views of Naples, the bay, and Mount Vesuvius. The funicular ride up is an attraction in itself – steep and exciting for kids.

You can walk along the ramparts, explore the fortress corners, and take great photos. It’s a safe, open-air spot combining adventure with relaxation. Also nearby: Museo di San Martino and a panoramic viewpoint.

🕒 Duration: 1–1.5 hours
👧 Age: from 4 years

5. 🧸 Ospedale delle Bambole – The Doll Hospital

Ospedale delle Bambole is one of the most unique places in Naples – a toy repair workshop that has been operating for over 180 years and now also serves as a museum. Kids can see hundreds of dolls, teddy bears, and figurines in “hospital beds,” with bandages and tiny surgical tools.

It’s a magical, fairy-tale spot where staff share stories of the rescued toys. Especially recommended for younger children and families exploring the historic center.

🕒 Duration: 30–45 minutes
👧 Age: 3 to 10 years

6. 🖼️ Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte – Museum and Green Park

This former royal residence surrounded by a vast park hosts one of the most important art museums in Italy. Parents can admire works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Raphael, while kids can run and play among the trees, lawns, and paths.

It’s a perfect mix of culture and outdoor fun. Family-friendly events and picnics are held in the park. Even if you skip the museum, the walk alone is worthwhile.

🕒 Duration: 1.5–3 hours
👧 Age: all age groups

7. 🎠 Edenlandia – Amusement Park

Italy’s oldest amusement park – a classic funfair with colorful carousels, mini trains, castles, obstacle courses, and live shows. For younger children, there are inflatable attractions, slides, and playgrounds.

Entry to the park is free – you pay per ride or get a bundle. Lots of shade and rest areas, and weekend shows and animations.

🕒 Duration: 2–4 hours
👧 Age: 2 to 12 years

8. 📚 Parco Mascagna – Family Park in Vomero

A small, local park in the Vomero district featuring a modern playground, grassy fields, a running zone, and a tiny open-air library. Kids can burn off energy while parents relax on benches in the shade.

On weekends, the park often hosts creative workshops and family animations.

🕒 Duration: 30 minutes – 1.5 hours
👧 Age: up to 10 years

9. 🛳️ Boat Trip from Molo Beverello – Sea Adventure

Ferries leave daily from Beverello port to Capri, Ischia, and Procida – and the boat ride alone is a thrilling experience for children. Sightseeing cruises around the bay are also available.

Boats are safe and spacious, with snacks and restrooms. The view of Naples from the sea is something to remember.

🕒 Duration: 1–3 hours
👧 Age: all age groups

10. 🎄 Museo di San Martino – Neapolitan Nativity Scenes

This museum features some of the most beautiful and intricate nativity scenes in all of Italy. These aren’t just figures – they are miniature 18th-century town scenes filled with people, animals, shops, angels, and stables.

Children are fascinated by the tiny details and moving figures. A peaceful way to explore Neapolitan tradition while enjoying scenic views.

🕒 Duration: 1–1.5 hours
👧 Age: from 6 years

11. 🐘 Zoo di Napoli – A Zoo Full of Surprises

Zoo di Napoli is a green oasis in the western part of the city, home to over 400 animals – from elephants, giraffes, and monkeys to flamingos, crocodiles, and exotic birds. The space is clean, spacious, and child-friendly – with themed zones and educational trails.

There’s a modern playground, food court, and spots where you can watch feedings and small shows. Easy access from the center, close to Edenlandia.

It’s a great half-day option away from the city buzz, especially for young nature lovers.

🕒 Duration: 2–3 hours
👧 Age: from 2 years and up

12. 🎨 PAN – Palazzo delle Arti Napoli

PAN is a modern art center located in an elegant palace in the city center. It regularly hosts exhibitions with interactive elements, art workshops for children, animations, and creative programs tailored to young audiences.

Children can paint, draw, join art-themed games, and sometimes even meet artists. Entry is often free or very affordable – check the current schedule online.

🕒 Duration: 45–90 minutes
👧 Age: from 4 years

13. 🎭 Teatro dei Piccoli – Children’s Theater in the Park

This is Naples’ only permanent theater dedicated solely to young children. Located in the scenic Mostra d’Oltremare park, it offers plays, concerts, puppet shows, and theater workshops for ages 3 and up.

Shows are colorful, simple in language, often based on classic tales, and accessible to international visitors. Nearby you’ll find a playground and picnic spots.

🕒 Duration: approx. 1 hour
👧 Age: 3 to 10 years